Vintage Hotels & Niagara's Finest Hotels is currently seeking a Cook 2 to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity that can provide flexibility, valuable work experience, and a chance to work with a tenured team. Job Title: Cook 2 Property: Vintage Hotels & Niagara's Finest Hotels

Please note: By applying to this posting, you are applying for opportunities that may be available at any Vintage Hotels or Niagara's Finest Hotels property. This posting is for an existing vacancy within Lais Hotel Properties Limited.

Position Summary
Prepares and cooks buffet and a la carte for the restaurant and for special occasions, conferences and other functions in a manner consistent with a superior dining facility.

Duties and Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities

Providing personalized and exceptional guest service at every given opportunity

Prepares and cooks items for breakfast buffet and the lunch a la carte menu

Sets up line for the lunch buffet when required and cooks all menu items on a daily basis

Work in and maintain a clean environment

Follow Lais Hotel Properties’ standards for food preparation

Assists in the preparation of stocks and soups as required under the direction of the Executive Sous Chef

All other duties as assigned

Secondary Responsibilities

Having a thorough knowledge of Lais Hotel Properties’ products and services

Suggesting additional products and services meeting our guests’ specific preferences

Technical/Managerial/Administrative Requirements

Basic knowledge of WHMIS is considered an asset

Standard first aid is considered an asset

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Understand and practice of safe food handling

Professional Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent experience





Theoretical training at a community college in a cook apprenticeship program for one year and 6000 hours of in-house on-the-job training under certified Chef or equivalent experience of 3-5 years

Excellent eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills for cutting, chopping and arrangement of meals on plate

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Current Safe Food Handler’s Certificate

Previous up-selling and/or sales experience is considered an asset

Basic literacy skills

Personal Attributes

Able to work flexible shifts

Excellent grooming and hygiene

Professional work ethics

Some artistic talent and/or flair for decorating

Good safety habits

Confidence in selling and up-selling products and services

Positive sales-oriented personality

Desire to meet goals

Ethical and honest

Physical Requirements

Bending and lifting in excess of 50 lbs

Able to stand for long periods of time

Able to work in a hot environment

Work in a safe and responsible manner

Constant interruptions and noisy atmosphere make concentration difficult at times

Lais Hotel Properties Limited is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our team.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We are an equal prospect employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or disability.

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📌 COOK 2 (Ontario)
🏢 Vintage Hotels
📍 Ontario